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Jason graduated from SUNY Buffalo with his BA Degree in 1998 - double major in Manangement Information System and Marketing. After graduating, he pursued a number of opportunities in the financial markets. His motto: DO everything you ever wanted in life because the worst feeling to have... is looking back in life and saying to yourself, "I should of", when you could be. Born, raised and lives in New York City, He currently attends North Coast Calvery Church in San Diego.
Joan works as a Special Events & Development Assistant at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a cancer research and education institute. After graduating in 1999 from SUNY Buffalo with her BA in Communication and Sociology, God lead her to a career path working with non-profit organizations. Prior to her current position, she spent 3 years with the United Way of Long Island as a Development Associate, with her final year also as a Project Coordinator for a diversity initiative. Outside of work and church, you will most likely find Joan holding a mic at karaoke, playing sports, enjoying the arts, or traveling. Born in Hong Kong and raised on Long Island, Joan now resides in Smithtown (LI) and serves at Oversea Chinese Mission.
Do Hing graduated from St. John's University with a BS degree in Finance. After graduating, Do worked as temp at Goldman Sachs for 10 months before moving to be an Analyst in the Derivative Operations area. Born in China and raised in New York, he calls Chinatown home. Growing up in the city, Do has slowly perfected his game of basketball, softball, football and many other sports of his interest. As a resident of Chinatown, Do calls OCM his second home. Events Coordinator As an Event Coordinator, you will hold the responsibility for coordinating events that will foster the development of a cohesive general body by unifying the constituency and expanding the existing partnership base. Responsibilities include but are not limited to initiating and coordinating new events ideas with directors, researching event venues, and establishing committees.
“Fast” Eddie Kim attends Living Faith Community Church (LFCC) in Bayside, NY, and often serves as the unofficial sports coordinator for his church. A native New Yorker, Eddie attended the College of William and Mary and American University Law School. He works as an attorney, loves baseball and has played in six Running Roots softball tournaments for LFCC. Eddie’s favorite verse is John 11:35 -- “I guess this needs an explanation since many people would answer with a well-known verse like John 3:16 or Philippians 4:13. John 11:35 is the shortest verse in the Bible but just those two words, “Jesus wept,” so it clearly conveys Jesus’ compassion, mercy and love for all of us.” On getting involved with RR, Eddie says, “Well, I figured that since my fellow church members and I have been blessed with the enjoyment of participating in Running Roots for so many years, I should help out to make sure that it will go one for many more years.”
James, a longtime RR Volleyball Tournament participant and volunteer, is serving as a liaison between CCHC and Running Roots. James currently attends Overseas Chinese Mission (OCM) and previously attended Newtown Church. He has played in every Running Roots volleyball tournament, and this is his third season helping out with CCHC’s volleyball ministry. On deciding to serve as Volleyball Coordinator, James says, “I wanted to give back to an organization that has given me a lot – fellowship with other churches, opportunities to bond with my teammates, and seeing that the body of Christ extends past just my own church.”
Minyi has attended Overseas Chinese Mission (OCM) since January 2007. She's previously coordinated flag football for four seasons with an oganization called HIT Football Leauge, associated with her home church, Harvest International Center in central New Jersey. "I love everything about football -- playing, watching, and organizing. It's a fun team sport to be a part of, so that is why I love doing it," says Minyi. As Coordinator, Minyi will help to set the rules for the flag football tournament, create the schedule, offer guidance and advice, and more. Public Relations Coordinator
Throughout her years serving as Public Relations Coordinator for Running Roots, Noelle has enjoyed fellowshipping with the greater body of Christ and learning about and supporting ministries across the New York metro area. Noelle currently is Public Relations Manager at HIT Entertainment in New York City. Previously, she was Director of Communications for the “I Have A Dream” Foundation, a national nonprofit organization that helps youth from low-income communities achieve their goals of higher education. With a strong belief in the power of education and a love for children, she started her career in PR at Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf on Long Island. Part of the body at Long Island Abundant Life Church, Noelle has served in youth ministry for many years and currently serves on a coworkers team for the English ministry at LIALC. She has given youth workshops at New York Summer Conference and TECBC. She graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Communication. Fellowship & Volunteer Coordinator
"I wanted to get involved with Running Roots mainly because I like the idea of "purposeful" fellowship. I think the idea of incorporating something that many of us enjoy, like sports, with the intention of glorifying Christ and making it purposeful. I believe it is not only putting the act of worship into action, but really encouraging others to do the same. As Fellowship & Volunteer Coordinator, I hope to help others incorporate worship and true fellowship into health competition. I also hope to spread the word that RR is not only about fellowship and sports, but also using our resources to help other ministries to grow." More About Sookie: Finance
As a Finance Coordinator, you shall hold the responsibility for the finances of the organization. He/She will keep the board members informed about the organization's financial status, prepare files/reports, and be able to answer questions by an auditor regarding the review of Running Roots' financial records. If you are interested in any or our open positions or would like to suggust another position, please contact info@runningroots.org |